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FROM INQUIRY TO CONTAINER
A six-step wholesale sofa workflow
A transparent operating process for samples, specifications, PI, production, inspection and shipping. Timelines and terms are confirmed in writing at each step.
PROCESS
Six decisions, six clear handoffs
01
Inquiry & brief
Provide SKU, grade, fabric or color, configuration, quantity, market and target date.
02
Option confirmation
Review swatches, drawings, compliance and packing requirements.
03
Quotation & PI
Receive pricing by grade and quantity, terms, validity and sample details in writing.
04
Sample approval
Approve comfort, finish, dimensions, label and carton details.
05
Bulk production & QC
Production starts after approved sample and PI, and follows checkpoint records.
06
Inspection & shipping
Confirm final inspection, documents, loading plan and forwarder handoff.
COMMERCIAL FRAMEWORK
Terms buyers usually compare
Payment
T/T deposit and balance; L/C may be reviewed by order profile.
Trade terms
FOB, CIF and EXW options are confirmed in your quotation.
Sample policy
Sample charges, freight and credit terms are shown in the quotation and PI.
Customization
Fabric, color, dimensions, logo, packaging and carton mark by MOQ.
RISK QUESTIONS
What first-time buyers ask
How can I reduce first-order risk?
Start with a sample, confirm a written specification and use an agreed inspection plan.
Can production be delayed?
Schedules are estimates; exceptions, buyer approvals and material timing are documented in writing.
How are changes controlled?
SKU, grade, fabric, dimensions, packing and artwork are frozen in the PI and approved sample record.
Start with a sample or a small launch program
Send the intended channel, product reference and quantity for a risk review with your quotation.